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Test Code VAG DNA Vaginal Microbes DNA Probe Test

Performing Laboratory

CCHS-Christiana Care Health Services

Methodology

Nucleic Acid Hybridization

Includes Candida species, Gardnerella vaginalis, and Trichomonas vaginalis.

Reference Values

Negative for Candida species, Gardnerella vaginalis, and Trichomonas vaginalis.

Physician Office Specimen Requirements

Container/Tube:  AffirmTM VPIII Ambient Temperature Transport System

Specimen:  Vaginal swab

Collection Instructions:  Specimen must be collected using the AffirmTM VPIII Ambient Temperature Transport System.
Note:  Label container with patient’s full name and 1 additional unique patient identifier such as date of birth, medical record number, emergency ID number, date and time of collection, collector’s initials, and type of specimen.

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Saturday

Routine Turnaround Time:  8 hours

STAT Turnaround Time:  ≤4 hours